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Vicinadp
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Southard folder questions?

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I just preordered/ordered a southard folder from CS and had a few questions.

1) I was wondering if anyone who had one has taken it apart and seen if the lockbar is carbidized or carberized?
2) Is the barring system like IKBS or KVT? I am wondering if the barrings are enclosed or free rolling?
3) How would you compare the smoothness of the barring system to lets say a Zero Tolerance -560/561 or a Kershaw Tilt (only knives I currently have on barring systems)
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I'm on my phone so can't look, but there is another thread that answers most of those including pics and answers from Brad himself.
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Could you send me a link when you can?
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Thread: Brad Southard Collab. Qustions, Have you any answers?
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Just to summarize quickly for you:

1. Lock bar is hardened at the face to prevent wear. Brad said it works great and that we will be happy with it.

2. Bearings are encased.

3. I don't have mine yet, but others have stated it's the smoothest Spyderco they have handled.
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basically what Jet stated. If you are wondering what they look like, look for ZT/Kershaws KVT system, its very similar.
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Alright thanks for the info. Just wanted to know if it was as smooth as the kvt system. Cant wait to get it.
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